Nicolas Kocik
MAN
Two saves in 3-0 defeat
Kocik had two saves and allowed three goals in Friday's 3-0 defeat against Toulouse.
Analysis: Kocik made two saves but conceded three goals. It was the second consecutive league fixture in which the 28-year-old conceded three or more goals. Kocik's next assignment will be against AJ Auxerre.
Concedes three despite five saves
Kocik recorded five saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Paris Saint-Germain.
Analysis: Kocik was kept busy throughout the encounter, making five saves, including a first-half stop against Maghnes Akliouche, but he could not prevent PSG from scoring three times. The goalkeeper has now recorded 15 saves and eight goals conceded across four Ligue 1 appearances this season, without registering a clean sheet. He will look to bounce back when Le Mans face Toulouse in their next league fixture, although his defensive record remains a concern.
Clean sheet in win
Kocik registered one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Lorient.
Analysis: Kocik had a relatively quiet afternoon, making just one save as Le Mans' defensive organization did much of the work in front of him. The goal he conceded came from a deflected finish that gave him little chance. His 66.7 save percentage across three Ligue 1 appearances reflects a solid start for a goalkeeper in his first top-flight season, and his next fixture against PSG, who sit sixth but remain one of the division's strongest sides, will be a significant step up following the international break.
Returns to bench
Kocik (ankle) is available off the bench for Sunday's Ligue 1 clash against Lens after recovering from an ankle sprain.
Analysis: Kocik returns to the matchday squad after the ankle injury kept him out against Nice, but he won't immediately reclaim the starting role. Ewan Hatfout will remain between the posts against Lens after filling in during Kocik's absence, leaving the latter as the backup goalkeeper Sunday. Kocik will now look to challenge Hatfout for the starting job in the coming matches.
Will start if fully fit
Kocik (ankle) will play during Sunday's clash against Lens if he is at 100 percent in the morning of the game, according to coach Patrick Videira, per Jordan Pardon of Ouest France.
Analysis: Kocik had missed the earlier match against Nice due to an ankle sprain suffered in a collision with Arnaud Nordin, with Ewan Hatfout stepping in and holding down the starting goalkeeper role since. Coach Videira's comments suggest even a fit Kocik may not immediately reclaim his spot, given the trust the coach has placed in Hatfout during his absence.
Won't be an option vs Nice
Kocik (ankle) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Nice, according to coach Patrick Videira, per Jordan Pardon of Ouest France.
Analysis: Kocik had suffered what appeared to be a major ankle sprain in a collision with Arnaud Nordin, forced off and leaving Roazhon Park on crutches, with the severity now confirmed to keep him sidelined for this match. Ewan Hatfout figures to continue holding down the starting goalkeeper role in his absence.
Suffers major ankle sprain
Kocik suffered what appears to be a major ankle sprain in a collision with Arnaud Nordin, forced off in the 81st minute and leaving Roazhon Park on crutches, with coach Patrick Videira saying "I think it's a major ankle sprain, we will know the length of his absence in the next 48 hours," according to L'Equipe.
Analysis: Kocik was replaced by Ewan Hatfout after the injury, and with the severity now sounding more serious than initially thought, Hatfout figures to hold down the starting goalkeeper role until the starting goalkeeper returns to full speed. Further clarity on Kocik's recovery timeline should emerge once additional examinations are completed in the coming days.
Forced off with injury
Kocik (undisclosed) was forced off in the 81st minute of Sunday's clash against Rennes after appearing to suffer a painful injury.
Analysis: Kocik was unable to finish Sunday's contest, leaving the pitch in the 81st minute while visibly in significant pain. The nature and severity of the goalkeeper's injury remain unclear, with further examinations expected to provide more information in the coming days. If Kocik is forced to miss time, Ewan Hatfout is expected to step into the starting role in goal until the former is cleared to return.
Makes four saves in debut
Kocik registered four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Brest.
Analysis: Kocik made his Ligue 1 debut with four saves during the home draw. The goalkeeper conceded twice as Le Mans returned to the top dividion after 17 years. He will now look for better luck at Rennes on Sunday.
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